FTA Hibs ladies management

[Future17]

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I watched Gala Fairydean Rovers ladies team's first ever match today against Hawick ladies. The standard was as you would expect from two teams who lack competitive experience, it was the Gala ladies first ever competitive game after a year together.

But one thing that absolutely stood out was the performance of the Hawick keeper … she only had about two pretty tame shots to save, but that wasn't what caught your eye, her command of her third of the pitch would have done credit to Manuel Neuer .. the Gala girls had a number of chances to hit on the break, but every attempt was nullified by her swift intervention anywhere within 30 yards of her goal, she was sharp as hell. Her touch and passing were a cut above anybody on the pitch and her handling was sound …. not to mention that every goal kick she took landed about a third of the way into the opposition half … the lassie couldnae half leather a baw.

If she can shot stop like she commanded every other aspect of goalkeeping she is clearly capable of a higher level than she was playing at today …. To complete the picture she was tall and athletic. If I was in charge of Hibs ladies I would definitely be taking a look.

Scouting report over

Excellent work!

[DaveF]

Good job OP. A scouting job awaits you.

[NAE NOOKIE]

I presume its the same lassie …. yeh for me

[CmoantheHibs]

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I presume its the same lassie …. yeh for me

Presume it's the same lassie???
It's your bloody daughter!!!!!
555

[NAE NOOKIE]

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Presume it's the same lassie???
It's your bloody daughter!!!!!
555

Nah, in fact I've never even met her and didn't know her name until I saw Hibs ladies post.

[Brightside]

In other news. 2 of the best players in the team are off to England following the others that left last season. Abi Harrison - leading goal scorer, and Rachel Mclaughlin (probably the best player in the league) are away. Thats 5 top players gone in 6 months. Tough to build the game in Scotland if they can't keep the better players.

[Smartie]

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In other news. 2 of the best players in the team are off to England following the others that left last season. Abi Harrison - leading goal scorer, and Rachel Mclaughlin (probably the best player in the league) are away. Thats 5 top players gone in 6 months. Tough to build the game in Scotland if they can't keep the better players.

Yes and no, and a bit like the mens game.

There is an attraction about the professional game in England that we realistically cannot compete with and shouldn't bother trying.

We are a proven stepping stone to the promised land though, so if women are wanting to play the game professionally they know that they have as good a chance of doing it by joining us and knocking their pan in as they do joining anyone else.

It's all about self-awareness and knowing where you are in the food chain instead of wondering what the point is.

The days of Scottish clubs conquering the world are over. 2 top players getting their big move is good news and we should be happy for the players, same as we were for SJM.

[Saturday Boy]

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In other news. 2 of the best players in the team are off to England following the others that left last season. Abi Harrison - leading goal scorer, and Rachel Mclaughlin (probably the best player in the league) are away. Thats 5 top players gone in 6 months. Tough to build the game in Scotland if they can't keep the better players.

It’s actually 7 players we’ve lost since last year.

Keeper Hannah Reid signed for Durham, Lucy Graham to Bristol City, Kirsty Smith and Lizzie Arnot to Man U during the summer break. Lisa Robertson signed for Durham after the Scottish Cup Final. Kinda slipped under the radar that one. And now Abi and Rachel away.

It’s going to be a very young team this season. Nonetheless I’m looking forward to the first game against Spartans on 10 February.

[Just Jimmy]

where has Abi and Rachel gone? I missed both?

I watch Utd ladies regular as it's a decent wee stadium and only 5 quid with my utd season ticket. Kirsty and Lizzy have done well. kirsty is a cracking player.

kitty forest of cup winning hibs physio fame is also the physio for utd ladies.

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[Brightside]

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where has Abi and Rachel gone? I missed both?

I watch Utd ladies regular as it's a decent wee stadium and only 5 quid with my utd season ticket. Kirsty and Lizzy have done well. kirsty is a cracking player.

kitty forest of cup winning hibs physio fame is also the physio for utd ladies.

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Bristol and Yoevil.

[Saturday Boy]

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Bristol and Yoevil.

Likely to be facing one another in Sunday’s derby. Another reason to watch the Women’s Football Show on Sunday night. So many ex-Hibees playing in England now.

[Saturday Boy]

Both girls now confirmed by their new clubs.

Sad to lose them, but proof that any young footballer signing for Hibs Ladies can make the move to the professional game if they work hard.

On a personal note, Women’s football being a village, I’ll miss meeting them and their families at the games.

All the best to Abi and Rachel

[Bangkok Hibby]

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I watched Gala Fairydean Rovers ladies team's first ever match today against Hawick ladies. The standard was as you would expect from two teams who lack competitive experience, it was the Gala ladies first ever competitive game after a year together.

But one thing that absolutely stood out was the performance of the Hawick keeper … she only had about two pretty tame shots to save, but that wasn't what caught your eye, her command of her third of the pitch would have done credit to Manuel Neuer .. the Gala girls had a number of chances to hit on the break, but every attempt was nullified by her swift intervention anywhere within 30 yards of her goal, she was sharp as hell. Her touch and passing were a cut above anybody on the pitch and her handling was sound …. not to mention that every goal kick she took landed about a third of the way into the opposition half … the lassie couldnae half leather a baw.

If she can shot stop like she commanded every other aspect of goalkeeping she is clearly capable of a higher level than she was playing at today …. To complete the picture she was tall and athletic. If I was in charge of Hibs ladies I would definitely be taking a look.

Scouting report over

Excellent post

[Bangkok Hibby]

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Dear god

Weird!??? what's the problem? Tell me what I'm missing?

[Just Jimmy]

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Both girls now confirmed by their new clubs.

Sad to lose them, but proof that any young footballer signing for Hibs Ladies can make the move to the professional game if they work hard.

On a personal note, Women’s football being a village, I’ll miss meeting them and their families at the games.

All the best to Abi and Rachel

and Emma brownlie by Everton. of course Willie Kirk has not long gone their from utd to be the new manager so some hibs connection there. abi should do well at Bristol as they have some good young players. Lucy Graham up front with her also ex hibs. Yeovil and Everton are not great and they will be lucky to stay in the top tier.

good luck to all three and hopefully they get moves again to bigger clubs still in future.

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[Saturday Boy]

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and Emma brownlie by Everton. of course Willie Kirk has not long gone their from utd to be the new manager so some hibs connection there. abi should do well at Bristol as they have some good young players. Lucy Graham up front with her also ex hibs. Yeovil and Everton are not great and they will be lucky to stay in the top tier.

good luck to all three and hopefully
they get moves again to bigger clubs still in future.

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The Hibs Ladies team of the past few years has been a joy to watch. Wingers and overlapping fullbacks. And goals galore.

They’re still the most attractive team for a young player looking to move on in the Women’s game. 7 of last season’s starting 11 have moved on to professional contracts.

Next season’s team will be younger, but will still be worth watching. Season tickets will be on sale soon.
First home game against Celtic on Sunday 17 February at Ainslie Park

[Lendo]

Given the successes they have had should the Hibs Women’s team perhaps have their own dedicated forum page within Hibs.net?

Just a thought, might be no appetite for it. Something for the Admins to consider maybe?

[cabbageandribs1875]

are any english teams taking any Glasgow Ladies players ? their league dominance set to continue then unfortunately, Abi harrison will be a huge miss


when is Rachael Small( martin boyles burd) due back :)

[Saturday Boy]

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are any english teams taking any Glasgow Ladies players ? their league dominance set to continue then unfortunately, Abi harrison will be a huge miss


when is Rachael Small( martin boyles burd) due back :)

Smally came on as a sub in the friendly against Spartans a week ago.

Great player, she will have a big part to play this season. And no problem with a babysitter while Boyle is out 😄

Great couple, support one another and their football.

[Brightside]

I can't see me watching as many games this season if we keep letting our best players leave. At some point if the game in scotland is going to build up attendances the teams have to build on the talent they have year on year. Unfortunately that will only happen with investment. Exact same way its happening in England. We cant continue to just being a stepping stone or fans will lose faith.

[Saturday Boy]

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I can't see me watching as many games this season if we keep letting our best players leave. At some point if the game in scotland is going to build up attendances the teams have to build on the talent they have year on year. Unfortunately that will only happen with investment. Exact same way its happening in England. We cant continue to just being a stepping stone or fans will lose faith.

Agreed, something has to change.

I’ve watched a few top flight games in England, and the standard of football is no better than the SWPL. Last season’s Hibs Ladies would have finished 4th behind Arsenal, Chelsea and Man City, if not better.

It is more competitive, but all the skill and guile comes from the imports, including the Scottish players.

Great move for the girls, but it weakens the domestic league.

[cabbageandribs1875]

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Smally came on as a sub in the friendly against Spartans a week ago.

Great player, she will have a big part to play this season. And no problem with a babysitter while Boyle is out 😄

Great couple, support one another and their football.

good stuff


so i've noticed on social media